| MATCHUP | Northern Illinois Huskies | Georgia State Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 8-14 | 9-16 |
| Where | GSU Convocation Center, Atlanta, GA | |
| When | Saturday, February 7, 2026 | |
| Time | 02:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
Northern Illinois Huskies Betting Preview
The Northern Illinois Huskies lost to Miami OH, beat Western Michigan, and they play Bowling Green next. Northern Illinois has lost 7 of its last 9 games.
The Northern Illinois Huskies are averaging 73 points on 42.5 percent shooting and allowing 76.5 points on 47.1 percent shooting. Makhai Valentine is averaging 13.6 points and 5.3 rebounds, while Dylan Ducommun is averaging 12.6 points and 2.9 rebounds. Gianni Cobb is dishing 4 assists and JJ Taylor is grabbing 2.7 rebounds. The Northern Illinois Huskies are shooting 31.8 percent from beyond the arc and 67.1 percent from the free throw line. The Northern Illinois Huskies are allowing 32 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32 rebounds per game.
Georgia State Panthers Betting Preview
The Georgia State Panthers lost to South Alabama and Troy, and they play James Madison next. Georgia State has lost 3 straight games.
The Georgia State Panthers are averaging 73.7 points on 38.2 percent shooting and allowing 77 points on 43 percent shooting. Jelani Hamilton is averaging 18.1 points and 4.3 rebounds, while Micah Tucker is averaging 12.4 points and 2.1 rebounds. Malachi Brown is the third double-digit scorer and Joah Chappelle is dishing 0.6 assist. The Georgia State Panthers are shooting 32.6 percent from beyond the arc and 78.9 percent from the free throw line. The Georgia State Panthers are allowing 33.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.7 rebounds per game.
Why the Georgia State Panthers will win
- Northern Illinois has lost each of its last eight road games.
- The home team has won seven of Northern Illinois’ last eight games.
- The home team has won the first half in seven of Northern Illinois’ last eight games.
Why the Northern Illinois Huskies will win
- Georgia State has lost four of its last five games against non-Conference opponents at GSU Convocation Center.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Georgia State’s last four day games against non-AP-ranked opponents at GSU Convocation Center have produced a total of 150+ points.
- Four of Northern Illinois’ last five road games against non-Conference opponents have produced a total of 139 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Georgia State ranks 358th among Division 1 teams for field goals made per game this season (22.5).
- Georgia State ranks 38th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throw percentage this season (68.9%).
Northern Illinois vs Georgia State Prediction
Northern Illinois has covered 4 of its last 5 games, but it has had no success on the road this season. Georgia State has played its best ball at home and has covered 7 of its last 10 games overall. Georgia State hasn’t been favored a lot this season, but it’s won the games it’s supposed to win for the most part. These are two below-average teams overall, and there are better options out there. Still, the line is reasonable. Give me Georgia State.